PTS network rail
What is a significant risk for track workers? - answerTrain movements near workers are
a significant risk.
What is the most common cause of injury for track workers? - answerTripping is the
most common cause of injury.
What factors increase the likelihood of tripping for track workers? - answerWorking at
night or in cold, wet, or windy weather increases the likelihood of tripping.
What should workers do when carrying heavy equipment? - answerUse the right
methods, techniques, and tools, and get help if needed.
What is the minimum safe distance from a train moving over 100 mph? - answerAt least
2 metres away from the running line.
What is the minimum safe distance from a train moving at 100 mph or less? - answerAt
least 1.25 metres away from the running line.
What is an exclusion zone? - answerAn area established around On-Track Plant or
machines where no one can enter without permission.
What is a runaway in the context of railway safety? - answerA runaway refers to a
vehicle or machinery moving unintentionally.
What measures are taken to prevent a runaway situation? - answerEliminating risks,
improving braking performance, and developing warning systems.
What does OLE stand for in railway safety? - answerOverhead Line Electrification.
What voltage do overhead lines typically carry? - answer25,000 volts.
What is the safe distance to stay from electrified overhead wires? - answerAt least 2.75
metres or 9 feet away.
What is the importance of personal responsibility in railway safety? - answerEveryone
must prioritize safety and look after themselves and each other.
How can workers promote a positive safety culture? - answerBy having a positive
attitude, following safety rules, and encouraging others.
, What role does a Person In Charge (COSS) play in safety? - answerThey are
responsible for the safety of their team and must earn their trust.
What is the motto of Network Rail regarding safety? - answerEveryone home safe every
day.
What is the significance of leading by example in safety practices? - answerIt inspires
others to follow safety protocols and behave responsibly.
Why is it important to be aware of surroundings while working on the railway? -
answerTo avoid accidents and injuries from various hazards, not just trains.
What should workers assume about any equipment or wires they encounter? -
answerThey should assume that anything could be live is live.
What is the role of the Person in Charge (PIC)? - answerThe PIC is accountable for all
elements of safety on site, including task, site, and operational risk.
What does COSS stand for? - answerCOSS stands for Controller of Site Safety.
What is the primary responsibility of the COSS? - answerThe COSS establishes the
safe system of work in relation to train risk and sets up protection systems like line
blockages.
Why is it important to trust the Person in Charge? - answerTrust is essential because
the Person in Charge is responsible for the safety of the group.
What should you do if you don't understand something during a safety briefing? -
answerYou should ask the Person in Charge or the COSS for clarification.
What should you do if you believe the Person in Charge has given incorrect
information? - answerYou should challenge the information during the safety briefing to
ensure clarity.
What is the importance of challenging someone more senior during a safety briefing? -
answerChallenging is crucial for safety; it ensures that all information is correct and
understood.
What should you do if you see a teammate distracted during a safety briefing? -
answerYou should speak to the colleague first, and if concerns remain, inform the
Person in Charge or COSS.
What action should be taken if a colleague is suspected to be under the influence of
drugs or alcohol? - answerYou should inform the Person in Charge or COSS, as they
pose a risk to themselves and others.
What is a significant risk for track workers? - answerTrain movements near workers are
a significant risk.
What is the most common cause of injury for track workers? - answerTripping is the
most common cause of injury.
What factors increase the likelihood of tripping for track workers? - answerWorking at
night or in cold, wet, or windy weather increases the likelihood of tripping.
What should workers do when carrying heavy equipment? - answerUse the right
methods, techniques, and tools, and get help if needed.
What is the minimum safe distance from a train moving over 100 mph? - answerAt least
2 metres away from the running line.
What is the minimum safe distance from a train moving at 100 mph or less? - answerAt
least 1.25 metres away from the running line.
What is an exclusion zone? - answerAn area established around On-Track Plant or
machines where no one can enter without permission.
What is a runaway in the context of railway safety? - answerA runaway refers to a
vehicle or machinery moving unintentionally.
What measures are taken to prevent a runaway situation? - answerEliminating risks,
improving braking performance, and developing warning systems.
What does OLE stand for in railway safety? - answerOverhead Line Electrification.
What voltage do overhead lines typically carry? - answer25,000 volts.
What is the safe distance to stay from electrified overhead wires? - answerAt least 2.75
metres or 9 feet away.
What is the importance of personal responsibility in railway safety? - answerEveryone
must prioritize safety and look after themselves and each other.
How can workers promote a positive safety culture? - answerBy having a positive
attitude, following safety rules, and encouraging others.
, What role does a Person In Charge (COSS) play in safety? - answerThey are
responsible for the safety of their team and must earn their trust.
What is the motto of Network Rail regarding safety? - answerEveryone home safe every
day.
What is the significance of leading by example in safety practices? - answerIt inspires
others to follow safety protocols and behave responsibly.
Why is it important to be aware of surroundings while working on the railway? -
answerTo avoid accidents and injuries from various hazards, not just trains.
What should workers assume about any equipment or wires they encounter? -
answerThey should assume that anything could be live is live.
What is the role of the Person in Charge (PIC)? - answerThe PIC is accountable for all
elements of safety on site, including task, site, and operational risk.
What does COSS stand for? - answerCOSS stands for Controller of Site Safety.
What is the primary responsibility of the COSS? - answerThe COSS establishes the
safe system of work in relation to train risk and sets up protection systems like line
blockages.
Why is it important to trust the Person in Charge? - answerTrust is essential because
the Person in Charge is responsible for the safety of the group.
What should you do if you don't understand something during a safety briefing? -
answerYou should ask the Person in Charge or the COSS for clarification.
What should you do if you believe the Person in Charge has given incorrect
information? - answerYou should challenge the information during the safety briefing to
ensure clarity.
What is the importance of challenging someone more senior during a safety briefing? -
answerChallenging is crucial for safety; it ensures that all information is correct and
understood.
What should you do if you see a teammate distracted during a safety briefing? -
answerYou should speak to the colleague first, and if concerns remain, inform the
Person in Charge or COSS.
What action should be taken if a colleague is suspected to be under the influence of
drugs or alcohol? - answerYou should inform the Person in Charge or COSS, as they
pose a risk to themselves and others.
